Ringer’s Lactate: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Ringer's Lactate is a balanced intravenous fluid (compound sodium lactate). It is a prescription medicine used for dehydration, fluid replacement, fluid or blood loss during surgery, burns and severe diarrhoea. In Pakistan it is available as infusions and solution, made by 2 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Ringer’s Lactate works

Ringer's lactate contains sodium, potassium, calcium and chloride in amounts close to those in blood plasma, so it restores fluid volume without greatly upsetting the body's salt balance. Its lactate is converted by the liver into bicarbonate, which helps correct mild acidity in the blood.

What is Ringer’s Lactate used for?

• Dehydration
• Fluid replacement
• Fluid or blood loss during surgery
• Burns
• Severe diarrhoea

Ringer's Lactate, also called Hartmann's solution or compound sodium lactate, is a drip fluid used to replace water and salts lost from the body. It is used for dehydration from severe diarrhoea or vomiting, for fluid loss during and after surgery, after injuries or burns, and to support blood pressure while other treatment is arranged. It is given in hospital or clinic settings.

Side effects of Ringer’s Lactate

Most patients receive Ringer's Lactate without difficulty. Effects that may occur include:

• Pain or redness at the drip site
• Irritation along the vein
• Swelling of the hands or ankles
• Mild changes in blood salt levels

Tell staff immediately about breathlessness, a cough with frothy sputum, marked swelling, chest tightness, or signs of an allergic reaction such as rash or swelling of the face.

Precautions and warnings

• It is given in hospital or a clinic by trained staff, who will monitor your fluid balance and blood tests.
• Tell the team if you have heart failure, kidney disease, liver disease or high potassium levels.
• Because it contains calcium, it is not given through the same line as certain medicines such as ceftriaxone, or with blood transfusions.
• Tell the team about any allergies and all other medicines you take.
• Let them know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions about Ringer’s Lactate

What is the price of Ringer's Lactate in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Ringer's Lactate products currently in stock range from Rs 156 to Rs 267 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Medilact D 500ml at Rs 156. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Ringer's Lactate are available in Pakistan?

Ringer's Lactate is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Medilact (Otsuka Pakistan Ltd), Ringolact (Otsuka) and Ringer-lactate (Otsuka).

Do I need a prescription for Ringer's Lactate?

Yes. Ringer's Lactate is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Ringer's Lactate be used during pregnancy?

Let them know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Are all Ringer's Lactate brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Ringer's Lactate in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Ringer’s Lactate brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Ringer’s Lactate from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.